New England Patriots FS Nate Ebner and SS Tavon Wilson could compete for one roster spot during training camp. Wilson could have an edge in experience, but Ebner received more playing time on special teams in 2013.

New England Patriots SS Tavon Wilson may be facing an uphill battle during training camp, depending on how many safeties the team keeps on their final roster. Wilson played only 1.6 percent of the defensive plays in 2013.

New England Patriots SS Tavon Wilson said he has been working with SS Adrian Wilson this offseason in order to learn from the veteran. "He's been a great player in this league for a long time, and I'm glad we brought him over," Wilson. "I can learn a lot from Adrian, all the things he knows. I've been working closely with him so far and trying to soak up everything I can from him."

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick likes CB Tavon Wilson's versatility, which is why the team reached to select him with the 48th overall draft pick. The team thinks he can play safety, cornerback or return kicks. He projects as the No. 3 safety on the team, but Wilson could surpass S Steve Gregory and become a starter.

University of Illinois DB Tavon Wilson measured 5-foot-11, 205 pounds at his Pro Day Tuesday, March 6. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.50 seconds and 4.55 seconds, the short shuttle in 4.16 seconds and the three-cone drill in 7.04 seconds. He measured a 32-inch vertical jump, a 10-foot-4 broad jump and completed 17 repetitions on the 225-pound bench press.